Athens, Alabama to Decatur, Alabama: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Athens, Alabama from Decatur, Alabama?

The distance from Athens, Alabama to Decatur, Alabama is 13.6 miles (21.9 km) as the crow flies. Decatur, Alabama is located S of Athens, Alabama. By car, the driving distance is approximately 17.7 miles, taking about 21min. A direct flight would take roughly 32min. Both are located in United States.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Athens, Alabama and Decatur, Alabama. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.